Lake County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Lake County, Florida.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26
Civil filing fee
$400.00
E-filing
Mandatory
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$397.50

At $400, the civil filing fee in Lake County is about the same as nearby counties (median $400 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Lake County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller

Gary J. Cooney

Self-Help & Jury

E-FilingMandatory

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Civil Complaint
$400.00
$400.00 (circuit civil, claim over $50,000; county civil $15,000.01-$50,000 also $400.00)
Small Claims
$55.00
$55.00 (up to $100); $80.00 ($100.01-$500); $175.00 ($500.01-$2,500); $300.00 ($2,500.01-$8,000)
Divorce / Family
$397.50
$397.50 (dissolution of marriage/annulment, collected at filing)

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to file a civil case in Lake County?

    The civil filing fee in Lake County, Florida is $400.00 (circuit civil, claim over $50,000; county civil $15,000.01-$50,000 also $400.00)

  • What is the small claims filing fee in Lake County?

    $55.00 (up to $100); $80.00 ($100.01-$500); $175.00 ($500.01-$2,500); $300.00 ($2,500.01-$8,000)

  • How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Lake County?

    $397.50 (dissolution of marriage/annulment, collected at filing)

  • Can I e-file court documents in Lake County?

    Yes. E-filing is available through Florida Courts E-Filing Portal. It is mandatory for attorneys.

  • Is there a free online case search for Lake County?

    Yes. You can look up cases online at courtrecords.lakecountyclerk.org.

  • Where do I file court documents in Lake County?

    Filings go to the Lake County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller. You can reach the clerk at (352) 742-4100.

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